Family Support Worker II, Casual

The Program

Taproot Community Support Services (formerly WJS Canada) works to improve the lives of person in their communities through a variety of programs and services.

The program also helps families and youth access community resources/programs (recreation, child care, employment supports and job coaching, addictions support, family counselling, etc.) and build a support network for future growth and success.

The Position

We are currently hiring for Family Support Worker (FSWI and FSWII) roles, in a casual / on-call capacity, with the opportunity to apply for part-time and full-time positions, as they become available.

Family Support Workers work directly with families, youth and children in Slave Lake and High Prairie area. Family Support Workers provide therapeutic interventions under the Signs of Safety model, by coordinating family care teams to provide support and ensure best outcomes for families.

Working a flexible schedule, the position will require the Family Support Worker to work regular office hours, as well as evening and weekend hours, up to 40 hours per week. Flexibility is required in order to support families during evenings and weekends when they are gathered together and require the most support.

**Qualification requirements deem this to be Family Support Worker level 2.**

Once hired, Casual/On Call employees are contacted to work a variety of shifts (based on availability) to cover staff illness, LOA, vacation etc. in Strong Families programs located throughout the High Prairie and Slave Lake areas of Alberta.

In Your Role You Will

• Provide flexible and responsive support to address children, youth, family or caregiver needs.

• Oversee and manage service plan goals and objectives.

• Provide care though individual program plans while respecting choices, decisions and needs of families.

• Establish trusting relationships with families to assist them toward development of interpersonal communication skills, daily living skills, and other areas of interest.

• Accommodate and respect cultural, social and religious heritage.

• Collaborate and/or work as team with community systems (i.e. school), specialized service providers, volunteers and extended family members.

• Conduct family visits in the community and is available for evening/weekend visits and/or on standby as required.

• Prepare and submit reports as per specifications and deadlines.

• Adhere to protocols that relate to abuse and appropriately reports safety concerns.

• Advocate minimizing risks and promote opportunities to maximize and/or enhance community, family and individual support networks for individuals.

• Represent Taproot with professionalism and respect within our communities.

• Adhere to ethical/professional standards, perform all program activities in accordance with Taproot policies and procedures as well as program specific policies, Children and Family policies, accreditation and core standards

***Prior to confirmation of employment, all applicants must provide a copy of a current Criminal Record Check and/or Government Screening Letter. These checks vary depending on province and sector and will be communicated by the Program Hiring Team.

As An Ideal Candidate You Possess

• A diploma or degree in Social Work, Child and Youth Care, Early Childhood or related Social Sciences or Human Services or equivalent

• Minimum 2 years' experience working with families. Understanding of Children's Services, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder and family dynamics.

• Preference for applicants with strong Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit and Metis) cultural ties to the community.

• Fluency in an Indigenous language (i.e. Cree) is an asset.

• Previous experience in developing community events and projects to engage with youth and families, is desirable.

• Suicide Intervention and Prevention Training and cultural sensitivity

• Valid Alberta Driver's License, with current and clean driving abstract

• A reliable vehicle with appropriate insurance ($2million liability)

• Ability to travel to/within High Prairie and Slave Lake area, and nearby communities, as well as, ability to provide transportation of clients

• Valid First Aid / CPR Certificate

• Experience working with computer software systems (i.e. Microsoft Office Suite, Case Management)

• Highly motivated, and able to work independently

What Taproot Community Support Services Does

At Taproot, your passion for helping others can truly make a difference. As an employee-owned company, we value collaboration, learning, and innovation. Our strength-based approach guides both our care and how we support each other. Join a team where your voice matters, and together, we're building a company we're proud of.

Our Employees Enjoy

• Work/life balance

• Learning and career development opportunities

• Competitive wages and salaries

• Paid vacation and benefits for eligible employees

• Matching RRSP plan for eligible employees within Alberta

• Professional development opportunities and job-related training

• Employee and Family Assistance Program

• Long Service Milestone rewards

• Employee referral bonus program

For more information on Taproot Community Support Services visit our website:

No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you Please apply.

Equal-Opportunity Employer
Our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is unwavering. We believe that varied backgrounds and experiences fuel innovation and success. As an equal-opportunity employer, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion across all operations. We're seeking candidates passionate about contributing to our multicultural teams and enriching our workplace with their unique insights and cultural sensitivity.
We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply and join us in fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment.

No telephone calls please. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be notified.

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